Centre Manager | Cobram

Oxanda Education; Shire of Moira; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above‑award salary

Paid training and events

Discounted childcare

Job summary

Bluebird Cobram Kinder is seeking a passionate Centre Manager to oversee daily operations and lead a team of Educators in delivering high‑quality early education. You will ensure adherence to the service philosophy, policies and NQS, while engaging families and the wider community.

The role requires strong leadership, curriculum planning, and the ability to travel for a Centre Manager workshop with other managers and the Operations Team. Previous management experience in ECEC is essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma in ECEC.
• Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (ACECQA approved).
• Current Working with Children Check.
• First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis or willingness to obtain.
• Current Child Protection, Safe Sleep, and Food Safety Training or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to manage budgets and make business decisions.
• Must be able to travel to Victoria for a Centre Manager workshop during the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day Centre operations.
• Lead and inspire Educators, ensuring alignment with the service philosophy, policies and NQS.
• Build strong relationships with families and the local community.

Skills

Industry compliance

Leadership

Team management

Curriculum & planning

Community relations

People management

Early childhood knowledge

Service excellence

Centre operations

Staff development

Education

Diploma in ECEC

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education

Job description

About The Centre

Join Bluebird Early Education Cobram Kinder, a warm and welcoming boutique service nested in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, with the Murray River right at our doorstep.

Centre Manager

About The Centre

Join Bluebird Early Education Cobram Kinder, a warm and welcoming boutique service nestled in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, with the Murray River right at our doorstep.

With just 39 exclusive places for children aged 6 weeks to school age, we pride ourselves on creating a close-knit community where every family feels valued and included. Our passionate team builds strong, reciprocal relationships with children and their families, incorporating each child’s thoughts and goals into a personalised learning journey.

We provide safe, engaging, and challenging environments, enriched by regular community excursions, incursions, and family events that celebrate diversity and connection.

Become part of a dedicated team committed to nurturing confident, lifelong learners and fostering lasting community bonds. We look forward to welcoming you to our Bluebird family!

Our state-of-the‑art Early Education facility is designed to “Ignite the Spirit of Learning” within every child – and our safe, inviting environments encourage children to freely explore the world around them. From our large fort, and sustainability areas to our sand/ mud stations, and quiet reading nooks - you will have endless opportunities to create quality programs, engage in meaningful relationships, and bring a sense of energy to the environment each day.

At Bluebird Cobram Kinder we believe in “Igniting the Spirit of learning” WITH children, WITH families, WITH Teams & WITH community…

About The Role

We are on a search for a passionate and enthusiastic Full‑time Centre Manager with a strong background in Early Education to manage the day‑to‑day Centre operations.

As a Centre Manager/ECT you will be responsible for overseeing the daily Centre management tasks, managing and leading to inspire a team of Educators, and ensuring they are working in accordance with the service philosophy, company policies, and procedures & the National Quality Standards (NQS), to provide exceeding education and care for all families and children.

You will be the first point of call with our families and the local community, to build a fantastic service for all families in the area & surrounding suburbs.

Key Competencies

• Strong understanding of industry legislation, compliance, and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong and confident in an understanding of business management.
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment.
• Strong understanding of the importance of family communications.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent people and centre management skills.
• Experienced Early Childhood Teacher
• Curriculum & Planning skills.
• Passionate about implementing Early Learning Programs.
• Commitment to our Oxanda Rituals.
• At least 2 years + experience in a Centre Manager role.
• Ability to inspire your Team to achieve an exceeding service.

Essential Criteria

• Diploma in ECEC
• Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education (approved by ACECQA)
• Current Working with Children's Check.
• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis or be willing to obtain these.
• Current Child Protection, Safe Sleep, and Food Safety Training or be willing to obtain these.
• Ability to make business decisions and work with assigned budgets.
• A motivated member able to work well in a team and independently.
• Must be available to travel to Victoria for a Centre Manager workshop with a long‑side our current Centre managers and Operations Team- dates will be given to candidate during the interview process.

Benefits For The Right Candidate

• Excellent above‑award salary, based on prior experience and qualifications.
• Performance incentives.
• Paid training and management company events.
• Discounted childcare off the gap fees.
• Paid ongoing development programs.
• Strong focus on work‑life balance.
• A great company culture that is fun, professional, and supportive.
• Strong supportive operations management/head office team.
• Annual Center Manager conference to inspire amazing leadership in the field.

Are you a strong and experienced leader, interested in managing an Early Education Centre? Then this position is right for you, so join the Bluebird Early Education Team; we would love to hear from you!